Ranchero Beef Pizza

Bring bold Tex-Mex flavors to your table with this Ranchero Beef Pizza, the ultimate fusion of hearty comfort food and zesty Southwestern flair. Featuring a crispy crust topped with savory ground beef seasoned with cumin, smoked paprika, and chili powder, this pizza is layered with rich ranchero sauce, melty mozzarella and cheddar cheeses, and vibrant toppings like fresh jalapeños, cherry tomatoes, and cilantro. A quick 20-minute prep time and customizable garnishes, like a drizzle of sour cream, make this dish perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining friends. Whether you're craving spice or a satisfying twist on traditional pizza, this recipe is sure to delight both pizza lovers and taco night enthusiasts alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 prepared/store-bought or homemade ball Pizza dough
• 250 grams Ground beef
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 minced Garlic cloves
• 1 small, finely diced Red onion
• 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 cup Ranchero sauce or enchilada sauce
• 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.5 cup Cheddar cheese
• 1 thinly sliced Jalapeño
• 0.5 cup, halved Cherry tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh cilantro
• 2 tablespoons (optional, for garnish) Sour cream

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven as it preheats.

Step 2

In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the minced garlic and diced red onion for 2-3 minutes, until fragrant and softened.

Step 3

Add ground beef to the skillet and brown it. Stir in cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes until fully cooked. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 4

Lightly flour a surface and roll out your pizza dough into a thin circle or rectangle, depending on your preference. Transfer the dough to a parchment-lined baking sheet or a pizza peel if using a pizza stone.

Step 5

Spread the ranchero sauce evenly over the base of the pizza dough, leaving about 1 inch of crust around the edges.

Step 6

Sprinkle a layer of mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce, followed by a layer of the cooked ground beef mixture.

Step 7

Add cheddar cheese on top of the beef, and then distribute jalapeño slices, cherry tomato halves, and any other desired toppings.

Step 8

Transfer the pizza to the oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.

Step 9

Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for 2-3 minutes. Sprinkle fresh cilantro on top and drizzle with sour cream if desired.

Step 10

Slice and serve immediately. Enjoy your Ranchero Beef Pizza!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	951.6 grams (951.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1789

Total Fat 109.50g	140%
Saturated Fat 47.10g	236%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 316mg	105%
Sodium 4892mg	213%
Total Carbohydrate 101.80g	37%
Dietary Fiber 12.50g	45%
Total Sugars 12.90g
Protein 96.20g	192%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1242mg	96%
Iron 12mg	66%
Potassium 1633mg	35%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.4%

Protein: 21.6%

Carbs: 22.9%